Australia 'Dugout' House in Coober Pedy

Coober Pedy, the Opal Capital of Australia, is located in a sun-baked lunar landscape in central Australia. Early miner settlers soon realised the advantages of living underground to escape the extremes of climate. About 50% of the population lives underground in "dugouts". Hotels, shops and churches are underground. Here the interior of one house is shown.

In this house, there is a fair amount of light. Typical exposures were, 1/20 s, f/4.5, ISO 800. A 15 mm f.l. wide-angle lens was used.

You can fly into Coober Pedy or travel by coach, but you will need a car to get around. A car can be hired in the town. Alternatively, drive from anywhere.